Our Master Gardener Food Preservation Consultant volunteers offer online classes and in-person workshops throughout Minnesota.
Whether you’re just getting started or have been preserving food for years, we offer research-based food preservation education that will help you use safe food preservation methods at home.
Self-guided learning
Online course
Our self-paced course covers general food preservation and safety concepts, as well as specialized training in canning, fruit preservation, pickling, fermentation, dehydration and freezing.
Video series
Learn key food safety steps in various food preservation methods on our YouTube channel.
Extension resources
Learn how to preserve, prepare and cook fresh food safely.
In-person classes
Master Garden Food Preservation Consultants
Our consultant volunteers teach research-based food preservation skills. They are available to answer your questions and distribute materials. To find a Master Gardener Food Preservation Consultant in your community email [email protected].
Local office workshops
Watch for upcoming events below or contact your local Extension office.
Upcoming events
Self-guided, online course